Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023

3/7/2024, 8:15 AM
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Bill 118 HR 3520, also known as the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023, aims to improve the quality of care and services provided to veterans in the United States. The bill focuses on several key areas to enhance the overall well-being of veterans.

One of the main provisions of the bill is to increase funding for mental health services for veterans. This includes expanding access to counseling and therapy services, as well as increasing resources for mental health research and treatment programs. The bill also seeks to address the issue of veteran homelessness by providing additional funding for housing assistance programs and supportive services.

In addition, the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023 aims to improve the quality of healthcare services available to veterans. This includes increasing funding for VA hospitals and clinics, as well as expanding access to telehealth services for veterans in rural or underserved areas. The bill also includes provisions to streamline the process for veterans to receive medical care and benefits. Overall, the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023 is focused on enhancing the care and support provided to veterans in the United States. By increasing funding for mental health services, addressing veteran homelessness, and improving healthcare access, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the care and support they need and deserve.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3520

Introduced on
2023-05-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/18/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Bill 118 HR 3520, also known as the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023, aims to improve the quality of care and services provided to veterans in the United States. The bill focuses on several key areas to enhance the overall well-being of veterans.

One of the main provisions of the bill is to increase funding for mental health services for veterans. This includes expanding access to counseling and therapy services, as well as increasing resources for mental health research and treatment programs. The bill also seeks to address the issue of veteran homelessness by providing additional funding for housing assistance programs and supportive services.

In addition, the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023 aims to improve the quality of healthcare services available to veterans. This includes increasing funding for VA hospitals and clinics, as well as expanding access to telehealth services for veterans in rural or underserved areas. The bill also includes provisions to streamline the process for veterans to receive medical care and benefits. Overall, the Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023 is focused on enhancing the care and support provided to veterans in the United States. By increasing funding for mental health services, addressing veteran homelessness, and improving healthcare access, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the care and support they need and deserve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo improve the provision of care and services under the Veterans Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Congressional oversight•
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use•
Health care coverage and access•
Health information and medical records•
Health personnel•
Health technology, devices, supplies•
Mental health•
Telephone and wireless communication•
Veterans' medical care•
Veterans' organizations and recognition•
Veterans' pensions and compensation

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Recent Activity

Latest Action7/18/2023
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held